Best 9 Alfredo Chicken Tortellini Recipes

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Alfredo chicken tortellini is a delectable and creamy dish that combines the richness of Alfredo sauce, the tenderness of chicken, and the delightful texture of tortellini. The creamy Alfredo sauce, made with butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings, coats the chicken and tortellini, creating a luscious and indulgent meal. Whether you are looking for a comforting weeknight dinner or a special occasion dish, Alfredo chicken tortellini is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SKILLET CHICKEN TORTELLINI ALFREDO



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Store-bought tortellini are the star of this quick and creamy weeknight meal. They simmer in their own sauce, making this a one-skillet meal with easy cleanup. Try one-inch pieces of Italian sausage instead of chicken for a variation.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
2 pinches freshly grated nutmeg
1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan
Kosher salt
18 ounces frozen cheese tortellini
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Heat the heavy cream, butter, nutmeg, 1 cup of the Parmesan and 1 teaspoon salt in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, whisking occasionally, until the cheese and butter are melted, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tortellini and simmer until cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the chicken and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan.
  • Bake until the chicken is just cooked through, the sauce has thickened and the top starts to turn golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with the parsley.

BAKED CHICKEN TORTELLINI ALFREDO



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You can't go wrong with this baked tortellini Alfredo recipe - butter, cream, chicken, pasta, and cheese, cheese, cheese! This recipe is inspired by the delicious local Italian food that I grew up with in Brooklyn, NY! It's a very kid-friendly recipe and great for picky people! Whenever I serve this dish, people always ask for seconds or thirds.

Provided by Piert1025

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package frozen cheese tortellini
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 ½ cups Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
¼ cup dry white wine
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ pound grilled chicken, cubed
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth and mix well. Simmer for 5 minutes, making sure not to boil. Add Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, white wine, garlic, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; stir constantly until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
  • Drain tortellini and toss with chicken in an ungreased 11x17-inch casserole dish. Pour sauce on top. Cover with mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and golden brown, 20 to 30 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 129.1 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 19.7 g, Sodium 987.5 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CHICKEN ALFREDO TORTELLINI CASSEROLE



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A simple homemade alfredo sauce tops this cheesy Chicken Alfredo Tortellini Casserole. It comes together in only a few minutes and is perfect for a busy night.

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 cups low fat milk
4 ounces low fat cream cheese
3 Tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 Tablespoon butter
3 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (19 ounce) bag frozen tortellini
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups cooked chicken (cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 (10 ounce) bag frozen mixed vegetables (I used green beans, carrots, peas, and corn)
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Start by making the Alfredo sauce by placing milk, low fat cream cheese, flour and salt in a blender and blend it until it is completely smooth.
  • Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, melt one tablespoon of butter and garlic for a minute. Whisk in the blended milk mixture, stirring constantly for 3-5 minutes.
  • Continue stirring the sauce over heat until it reaches your desired thickness, then mix in Parmesan cheese.
  • Once your sauce is ready (or if you don't make homemade Alfredo sauce, feel free to use jarred sauce), it's time to assemble the casserole.
  • Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In the baking dish, mix together Alfredo sauce, frozen tortellini (don't cook it first), chicken broth, seasonings, chicken and frozen vegetables.
  • Cover pan with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Remove pan from oven, sprinkle casserole with Parmesan cheese, and place the pan back in the oven (uncovered) for another few minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 3378 kcal, Fat 78 g, SaturatedFat 47 g, Cholesterol 249 mg, Sodium 4754 mg, Carbohydrate 509 g, Sugar 468 g, Protein 91 mg

CHICKEN TORTELLINI ALFREDO



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I often get home too late to cook a good, satisfying meal for my family, so I'm always looking for shortcuts that taste great. Here's one we always enjoy. -Christie Wethington, Lexington, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated spinach or cheese tortellini
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup fresh baby carrots
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 large onion, cut into wedges
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute broccoli and carrots in 2 tablespoons oil for 5-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in the mushrooms, onion and garlic; saute vegetables 3-4 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Remove vegetables and keep warm., In the same skillet, cook chicken in remaining oil over medium heat for 4-6 minutes or until no longer pink. Return vegetables to skillet. Stir in Alfredo sauce and seasonings; heat through. Drain tortellini; add to chicken mixture. Toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 542mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

TORTELLINI ALFREDO WITH GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS



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An out-of-this-world Alfredo sauce over cheese tortellini that won't sit too heavy in your stomach.

Provided by Ken

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts
olive oil
1 pinch Italian seasoning, or to taste
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 (12 ounce) package frozen cheese tortellini
¼ cup butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 ¼ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 pinches Italian seasoning, or to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place chicken in a bowl and add oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, kosher salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the centers and the juices run clear, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the grill and allow to cool.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 3 minutes. Drain and set aside; keep warm.
  • Slice chicken breast into bite-size pieces.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, 2 to 3 minutes. Add cream and heat to room temperature, about 3 minutes more. Stir in Parmesan cheese and allow to melt, 2 to 3 minutes. Add Italian seasoning and pepper. Bring to a slow boil for about 1 minute before tossing in cooked tortellini and grilled chicken breast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 156.9 mg, Fat 36.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 20.2 g, Sodium 639 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN ALFREDO TORTELLINI



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Classic chicken Alfredo gets a slow-cooker twist with this no-fuss recipe that is guaranteed to become a family favorite.

Provided by By Corey Valley

Categories     Entree

Time 5h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
3 cups Alfredo pasta sauce
2 or 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 package (19 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
3 cups baby spinach
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Spray 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Place chicken breast in slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper. Top with mushrooms, then chicken broth.
  • In medium bowl, mix Alfredo sauce and garlic. Pour over chicken and mushrooms. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 5 hours.
  • Shred chicken with 2 forks. Add cheese tortellini and spinach to slow cooker; stir. Cover; cook about 10 minutes or until pasta is cooked.
  • Top servings with Parmesan cheese, and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 200 mg, Fat 6 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 530 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g

ALFREDO CHICKEN TORTELLINI



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This hearty pasta recipe is creamy and cheesy. I'm always trying to come up with new chicken tortellini recipes, and for this dish, I just started putting things together. I was surprised how good it tasted. -Tiffany Treanor, Waukomis, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups frozen cheese tortellini
1 boneless skinless chicken breast half (6 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes
3 bacon strips, chopped
1/8 teaspoon adobo seasoning
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper
3 teaspoons minced garlic
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/3 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook and stir the chicken, bacon and adobo seasoning over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink. Add onion and red pepper; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , In a small bowl, combine the soup, milk, sour cream and cheese; stir into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes. , Drain tortellini; add to chicken mixture. Stir in broccoli; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Fat 25g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 963mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHICKEN & CHEESE TORTELLINI ALFREDO



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I first taste the wonderful combination of Alfredo sauce and pesto at a restaurant, and that inspired me to add all kinds of different flavors to Alfredo sauce. The basil pesto is still my favorite and I've used that combination in this amazing dinner. Let your company be impressed and don't tell them how easy it was to make.-Kelly Williams, Forked River, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small sweet red pepper, julienned
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce
1/4 cup prepared pesto
2 packages (10 ounces each) ready-to-use grilled chicken breast strips
1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and red pepper in oil and butter until tender. Add the garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven over medium heat, combine Alfredo sauce and pesto. Stir in the chicken, artichokes and olives. Cook over medium heat until heated through., Drain tortellini; add to chicken mixture with tomato. Gently toss to coat. Garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 1004mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

ALFREDO TORTELLINI AND CHICKEN



Alfredo Tortellini and Chicken image

I made this recipe up using simple ingredients you can buy from the store. Everyone who tries it, loves it.

Provided by Carrie in Indiana

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 chicken breasts, diced
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1 package alfredo sauce (I like Knorr) or 1 carton of prepared alfredo sauce
1 package of fresh cheese tortellini or 1 1/2 cups of dry cheese tortellini (can also use cheese ravioli)
fresh grated pepper
fresh parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat a 325 degree oven.
  • If using dry tortellini, boil water and add tortellini, cook as directed and drain (have tortellini cooking when you start the chicken).
  • (If using fresh tortellini, set package aside until last couple of steps.) In a large oven safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Press garlic through garlic press and saute in olive oil until slightly browned.
  • Add diced chicken breasts and saute until juices run clear.
  • If using package of Alfredo sauce, mix ingredients for sauce and cook as directed (do while chicken is cooking).
  • (If using fresh Alfredo sauce, set aside until last couple of steps.) Add tortellini, alfredo sauce and fresh grated pepper to chicken.
  • Mix well.
  • Grate parmesan cheese on top of mixture and put in oven until cheese starts to melt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.5, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 92, Carbohydrate 1, Fiber 0.1, Protein 30.4

Tips:

  • Fresh ingredients always yield the best results. Use high-quality chicken, tortellini, and vegetables.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
  • Saute the vegetables until they are tender-crisp. You don't want them to be mushy.
  • Use a good quality Alfredo sauce. You can make your own or use a store-bought brand.
  • Add the tortellini to the sauce and cook until they are heated through.
  • Garnish the dish with fresh parsley or chives before serving.
  • Serve immediately with a side of bread or salad.

Conclusion:

Alfredo Chicken Tortellini is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It is also a great dish to serve at parties or potlucks. With its creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and flavorful vegetables, Alfredo Chicken Tortellini is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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